Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley by train
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:53 | |
| Departure station | Woolwich Arsenal | |
| Arrival station | Swanley | |
| Journey time | From 55m | |
| Distance | 8 miles (13 km) | |
| Frequency | 10 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley by train
Looking to travel from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 19 minutes to travel from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 10 trains per day running along the 8 miles (13 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Swanley, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Southeastern or Thameslink to get to Swanley – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Woolwich Arsenal to Swanley
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Consider a Season Ticket
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